9.7. Arrays of Interface Types
Recall that the same interface can be implemented by numerous types, even if they are not within the same class hierarchy and do not have a common parent class beyond System.Object. This can yield some very powerful programming constructs. For example, assume you have developed three new class types within your current project that model kitchen utensils (via Knife and Fork classes) and another modeling gardening equipment (à la PitchFork). Consider Figure 9-4.
Figure 9.4. Recall that interfaces can be "plugged into" any type in any part of a class hierarchy
If you defined the PitchFork, Fork, and Knife types, ...
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